Empire Challenge 2014

Long Island's Sam Ilario (3) fights for extra yardage after a 31-yard pass reception from quarterback Ben Kocis in the first half of the 19th annual Empire Challenge all-star football game on Wednesday, June 25, 2014. (Credit: Joseph D. Sullivan)

Long Island defeated New York City, 24-18, on Wednesday in the 19th annual Empire Challenge on Wednesday at Hofstra's Shuart Stadium....

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Long Island's Jawan Jenkins (99) pressures New York quarterback Anthony Cruz (3) in the first half of the 19th annual Empire Challenge all-star football game on Wednesday, June 25, 2014. (Credit: Joseph D. Sullivan)